Armed Disturbance Involving Veteran at Hamlet Cove Apartments

Summary: Law enforcement and fire units responded to a report of a veteran, Andrew Grunwald, at Hamlet Cove Apartments, who was reportedly armed and experiencing a mental health crisis. The subject has a significant history with law enforcement and is described as a retired special forces U.S. Marshal. Initial reports indicated the subject was alone, possibly with a firearm, and upset about delays related to surgery. Units staged nearby and attempted to make contact by phone, emphasizing caution due to the subject's background and possible access to weapons. Rescue units were initially dispatched but later canceled when the situation was assessed as stable and non-urgent. The subject's location was confirmed as 3721 Southwest 23rd Terrace, Gainesville, Florida.